The Horses from Kirkjubaer (1985)

A documentary about the purebred Icelandic horse. All the horses featured in the film come from Kirkjubaer, where some remarkable horse breeding, quite unique in Iceland has been taking place since 1946. The film gives an account of the breeders and their work. The studs are shown in the pasture in different circumstances at all times of the year. Finally, the horses are shown with their riders, both on the race course and in the open, frequently in a magnificent landscape setting.

Director: Hjálmtýr Heiðdal, Hjalti Jón Sveinsson
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 29 min
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Screenplay

Cinematography: Guðmundur Bjartmarsson
Editing: Guðmundur Bjartmarsson
Production: Sýn hf.
Country: Iceland
Language: Íslenska
Original Language: is
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Horses from Kirkjubaer about?
A documentary about the purebred Icelandic horse. All the horses featured in the film come from Kirkjubaer, where some remarkable horse breeding, quite unique in Iceland has been taking place since 1946. The film gives an account of the breeders and their work. The studs are shown in the pasture in different circumstances at all times of the year. Finally, the horses are shown with their riders, both on the race course and in the open, frequently in a magnificent landscape setting.
Who directed The Horses from Kirkjubaer?
The Horses from Kirkjubaer was directed by Hjálmtýr Heiðdal, Hjalti Jón Sveinsson.
How long is The Horses from Kirkjubaer?
The Horses from Kirkjubaer has a runtime of 29m (29 minutes).
What genre is The Horses from Kirkjubaer?
The Horses from Kirkjubaer is a Documentary film.
Where was The Horses from Kirkjubaer produced?
The Horses from Kirkjubaer was produced in Iceland.